๐ฐ Daventry Easter Market 2026
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
Enjoy a free day out in Daventry Town Centre during the Easter Holidays on ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐๐๐ฟ๐ฑ๐ฎ๐ ๐ญ๐ญ๐๐ต ๐๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ถ๐น 2026, between ๐ญ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐บ โ ๐ฏ๐ฝ๐บ.
๐ EVENT DETAILS
We know school holidays can be tricky (and expensive!), thatโs why Daventry Easter Market 2026 will be packed with free, family-friendly fun:
๐ Face painting
๐ Easter Trail
๐ Balloon modelling
๐ Meet the Easter Bunny
๐ Craft tent
๐ Live music
๐ STALLS
Come along and shop with independent stallholders, exploring unique gifts and crafts or yummy food and drink to tantalise your taste buds.
๐ WHERE?
Daventry High Street, Bowen Square, Foundry Walk & Sheaf Street,
โ๏ธ ROAD CLOSURES
The High Street and Sheaf Street will be closed on the day and stalls will be spread out along the whole of the High Street, up Sheaf Street, along Foundry Walk and Bowen Square.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
There are various car parks around the town and parking is FREE! (Please check onsite signage for time restrictions)
โ๏ธPLEASE NOTE: Entertainment, activities, stalls and products are subject to change without prior notice.
This market is funded and organised by Daventry Town Council.
9 other events on this day
๐คฉ Franklins Local Craft Fair - Franklins of Thorncote Farm Shop, Sandy
Time: 09:00 - 15:00
๐ 2026 DATES
โช๏ธSaturday 28th February
โช๏ธSaturday 28th March
โช๏ธSaturday 11th April
๐๏ธ WHAT TO EXPECT
We have a fantastic mix of local crafts and small businesses joining us. Come and browse:
โจ Arts & Jewellery
โจ Chocolate
โจ Crochet & 3D Printing
โจ Handmade Cards
โจ Resin Crafts
โจ Cushions, Bags & more!
MAKE A DAY OF IT
While youโre here, why not:
๐ง Enjoy a light bite in our Dairy Cafรฉ
๐ฅฉ Stock up on delicious free-range, homegrown meat from our Farm Shop
๐ Say hi to our miniature pony Pumpkin
โ Warm up with a coffee and soak up the relaxed farm atmosphere
โ๏ธ UNDER COVER
Situated in our cosy marquee, we are covered from rain & wind so you can shop in comfort whatever the weather.
๐๏ธ FREE ENTRY
Make a day of it, support local, and discover something special. We canโt wait to see you!
โน๏ธ ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01767 627644
๐ Website: Click here
๐ฃโโ๏ธ Dragon Boat Hire April 2026 - Longholme Lake, Bedford
Time: 10:00 - 14:45
๐ APRIL 2026 OPENING TIMES:
โช๏ธFriday 3rd April - Monday 6th April
โช๏ธOpen every Saturday & Sunday
โช๏ธBook between 10am - 2.45pm
โช๏ธWeather permitting
โช๏ธAGE:
All riders need to be 12 months or older to board. Children under 12 years only must wear a life vest, provided. To hire a boat on your own, you need to be over the age of 16.
โช๏ธHOW MANY PEOPLE PER BOAT?
4 people per boat, this number includes infants & smaller children.
๐ถ ARE DOGS ALLOWED?
Yes. Please clean up any hair and other dog related 'mess' before you get back to the jetty. Be sure you keep your dog on a lead for the duration of your hire. Wildlife such as swans have priority and should not be distressed by dogs. Life jackets for dogs are not available.
๐ณ DEPOSIT
A ยฃ10 deposit is required in addition on all tariffs. Dont be late back, damage or dirty the boat. Management reserve the right to decline boat hire without reason.
๐ WALK IN PRICES
โช๏ธ30 minute hire: ยฃ20
โช๏ธ45 minute hire: ยฃ25
โช๏ธ60 minute hire: ยฃ30
๐ซ PRE-BOOK PRICES - SAVE 25%
For the best rates, book direct and save 25% off walk in rates by booking on the website via the event link.
โ๏ธ CAFร ONSITE - Click here for information about the Lakeside Kitchen. Dogs welcome.
๐ ฟ๏ธ FIND US
Park for free on The Embankment for up-to 2 hours, The Embankment, Bedford, MK40 3QF. Alternative parking is available at Mill Meadows car park south of us, accessible via Longholme Way / Cardington Road roundabout. Access to the cafe is on foot / bike only. The route is step free and considered accessible by many.
โน๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
๐ง Email: hello@thelongholme.com
๐ฐ Easter at Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo - 2026
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
๐ EASTER 2026 DATES:
โช๏ธSat 28th March - Sunday 29th March
โช๏ธTues 31st March - Sunday 5th April
โช๏ธTues 7th April - Sunday 12th April
๐ TIMES
Weโll be open 10amโ5pm (TuesโSat) and 10amโ4:30pm (Sun) with plenty to keep the whole family entertained! Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
๐ Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
๐ป WHAT TO EXPECT
Enjoy our Easter Trail, face painting & more, alongside all your favourite animals here at Johnsons Zoo. Itโs the perfect spring day out... we canโt wait to see you!
โ ๏ธ Play park onsite
โ ๏ธ Restaurant
โ ๏ธ Tea room
โ ๏ธ Farm shop
๐ถ DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
๐ฅช NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
โฟ๏ธ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
๐ท PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
โช๏ธAdult: ยฃ5.50
โช๏ธChild: ยฃ4.50
โช๏ธ3 & under go free
โน๏ธ ENQUIRIES
โ๏ธ Phone: 01487 824658
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๐ Orange Rolling 2026 - Dunstable Downs
Time: 10:00 - 17:00 Price: ยฃ3.50
๐ 2026 DATES
โช๏ธSat 28 Mar - Sun 12 Apr
โช๏ธ10am โ 5pm
โช๏ธLast entry at 4:30pm
โน๏ธ EVENT DETAILS
This year, visitors can challenge a friend and race their tennis balls along 10 purpose-built race tracks (filled with drops, twists, and turns), to see whose orange makes it to the finish line first!
๐ณ COST:
ยฃ3.50 per trail, which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears, and a dairy or vegan & Free From* chocolate egg. (*Suitable for people with milk, egg, gluten, peanut, and tree nut allergies.)
This year's Easter trail is a fun, family-friendly experience that's not to be missed!
๐ถ OTHER INFORMATION
This event is aimed at families, but everyone is welcome. Dogs on leads around the Visitor Centre. There is also a Cafรฉ onsite.
โฟ๏ธ ACCESSIBILITY
The visitor centre, courtyard and trail is step free and suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Parking is free for National Trust Members and Blue Badge holders, for everyone it is ยฃ3.50.
โน๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01582 500920
๐ง Email:
dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk
๐ธ Image description: a group of children playing with an outdoor ball run (ยฉNational Trust Images/Steve Haywood)
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๐ฆ See Elmer the Patchwork Elephant - Gulliver's Dinosaur and Farm Park (2026)
Time: 11:00 - 17:00
๐คฉ WHAT TO EXPECT
Be sure to explore the rides and dinosaurs in the Lost World of the Living Dinosaurs, enjoy the farmyard fun on the farm park and get up close to giant creepy crawlies. And get ready to jump, bounce and soar on Elmer's Jumping Pillows - our newest attraction!
๐ TICKET COST:
Book your tickets online in advance to save!
โช๏ธAdult: ยฃ11.00
โช๏ธChild: ยฃ11.00
โช๏ธUnder 90cm: Free
โช๏ธConcessionary: ยฃ8.00
๐ก Scarrot's ยฃ2 Funfair, April 2026 - Northampton
Time: 14:00 - 22:00
๐ 2026 DATES
โช๏ธWednesday 1st April
โช๏ธThursday 2nd April
โช๏ธFriday 3rd April
โช๏ธSaturday 4th April
โช๏ธSunday 5th April
โช๏ธWednesday 8th April
โช๏ธThursday 9th April
โช๏ธFriday 10th April
โช๏ธSaturday 11th April
โช๏ธSunday 12th April
๐LOCATION
Sixfields north car park Northampton NN55QL
๐ Childrenโs Easter Fun Fair 2026 - Goldington Green, Bedford
Time: 12:00 - 18:15
โช๏ธAGE:
Ideal for toddlers through to young teens.
Join us at Goldington Green, Bedford for an exciting family day out packed with rides, inflatables, and smiles all round โ the perfect way to keep little ones entertained over the Easter holidays!
๐ 2026 DATES
โช๏ธThursday 9th April
โช๏ธFriday 10th April
โช๏ธSaturday 11th April
โช๏ธSunday 12th April
๐ CHOOSE A SESSION TIME:
โช๏ธ12.00pm โ 3.00pm
โช๏ธ3.15pm โ 6.15pm
Sessions are time-limited โ please arrive promptly!
๐๏ธ TICKET PRICES - PAY ON THE GATE:
โช๏ธ Child (unlimited rides per session): ยฃ11.00
โช๏ธ Adult (spectator): ยฃ1.00
โน๏ธ ENTRY INFO
โข No pre-booking required โ just turn up and pay on the gate.
โข All children require a wristband (available on the day).
โข Unlimited ride wristbands available with no hidden fees.
โข Price Freeze 2026!
๐ FOOD & DRINK
There will be an onsite food court available.
Picnics must be held outside of the grounds.
๐ถ DOGS
No dogs allowed except for guide dogs.
โ๏ธ IMPORTANT INFO FOR PARENTS
Attractions may not be suitable for all children. Some rides have height or weight restrictions for safety. ALL children attending will need to buy a wristband upon entry, no exceptions.
๐ง WEATHER DEPENDENT
Event is weather dependent. If inflatables cannot operate due to weather, rides may still be available. Please check our Facebook page for updates before travelling.
โน๏ธ ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 07976 813 639
๐ฆ Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 11:00 - 15:00
โช๏ธMust be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
๐ Open from April to October 2026
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
๐งฆ Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes) are optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
๐โโ๏ธ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
๐จโ๐งโ๐ฆ Children aged 6-9yrs must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
๐จโ๐ฆChild Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
๐ Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If youโre running late, weโll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
๐ง Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, weโll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
๐ TICKET COST
โช๏ธIndividual Ticket: ยฃ17.50
โช๏ธ4-Person Ticket: ยฃ60.00
๐ซ OPTIONAL COSTS
โช๏ธWetsuit Hire: ยฃ5.00
โช๏ธGrip Socks: ยฃ2.50
โน๏ธ ENQUIRIES
๐ง Email: info@boxendpark.com
๐ Lambing Open Day 2026- Watergate Farm,Hockliffe
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
๐คฉ WHAT TO EXPECT
Visitors can hold the lambs and see a modern sheep farm at work. With over 2000 sheep to give birth, it is a great chance to see lambs being born, taking their first few steps and suckling their mothers for the first time.
๐ Real time lambing on a working farm
โจ๏ธ Refreshments & barbecue with local produce
๐ท See the young pigs and calves
๐ด Pony rides and sheep shearing (may there be adverse weather conditions โ please see social media for any changes)
๐ฎ Red Poll cows and calves
๐ Tractor and trailer rides
โ๏ธ See wool spinning in action
โฟ๏ธ ACCESSIBILITY
Disabled parking facilities. We offer disabled parking and most the site is concreted. It is easy to get around the lambing shed and see the attractions.
๐ขWELLIES
๐ TICKET COST:
โช๏ธAdult (17 years old and over): ยฃ10.00
โช๏ธChild: (3-16 years old): ยฃ 8.00
โน๏ธ BOOKING INFORMATION
Select your arrival time to purchase your tickets. Please note that entry before 12:30pm requires a pre-purchased ticket. Entry will not be permitted without a ticket.
After 12:30pm booking is not required and tickets can be purchased upon arrival. CASH ONLY.
โน๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01525 450 140